New Zealand‘s former white-ball maestro Martin Guptill turned back the clock with a whirlwind knock in the Legend 90 League on Monday. The Black Caps legend smashed a tremendous century while playing for Chhattisgarh Warriors in the eighth match of the competition against Big Boys.

Martin Guptill hits a dazzling ton in Legend 90 League

Guptill opened the innings with Rishi Dhawan and the duo completely demolished the Big Boys bowling attack. The pair went on to post undefeated partnership of 236 runs for the opening wicket as t?heir team reached 240 in 15 overs. While Dhawan remained not out on 76, Guptill smashed an unbeaten knock of 160 runs off just 49 deliveries with the help of 12 fours and 16 massive sixes.

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Guptill picks one batter he loves to open the batting with

Apart from his brutal hitting, Guptill was also part of a fun discussion where he gave some candid answers on the field. Speaking after his electrifying performance, the former New Zealand star was asked to name one cricketer he would love to open the batting with. Guptill quickly went with none other than the Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma. Interestingly Guptil?l had played for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2016 and had a chance of batting alongside Roh?it.

“I’ve opened with him before, I enjoy batting with Rohit Sharma,” sa??id Gupti??ll as quoted from a press release by the Legend 90 League.

Guptill reveals one bowler he would want to face

Guptill also revealed one bowler he would love to face on the cricket field. The veteran batter, known for his explosive stroke play, picked Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya as his preferred opponen?t. He highlighted the intense battles he has had with Pandya over the years and expressed his admiration for the Indian cricketer鈥檚 skills.

“I would want to face Hardik Pandya. We have had some amazing battles over the years,” added Guptill.

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The cricketing nostalgia is set to come alive as the Board for Veteran Cricket in India (BVCI) gears up to host the inaugural Indian Veteran Premier League (IVPL) commencing on Friday, February 23. The historic ?Rajiv Gandhi Intern??ational Cricket Stadium in Dehradun will serve as the battleground for this star-studded cricket extravaganza.

Road to glory: Teams and format dynamics

Six formidable squads will vie for supremacy in the IVPL, namely VVIP Uttar Pradesh, Mumbai Champions, Red Carpet Delhi, Rajasthan Legends, Chhattisgarh Warriors聽and Telangana Tigers. With a single round-robin format in the league phase, each team ??is slated to engage in five enthralling encounters. The top four teams emerging from this intense phase will advance to the semi-finals scheduled for Saturday, March 2, paving ?the way for the grand finale on Sunday, March 3.

Distinguished leadership

The IVPL boasts an impressive lineup of veteran and retired cricketers from around the globe, promising fans a delightful spectacle of cricketing brilliance. The leadership mantle is held by distinguished captains: Herschelle Gibbs leading Red Carpet Delhi, Yusuf Pathan steering Chhattisgarh Warriors and Virender Sehwag guiding Mumbai Champions. Additionally, Praveen Kumar takes charge of Rajasthan Legends, Chris Gayle commands Telangana Tigers, and Suresh Raina captains VVIP Uttar Pradesh.

As cricket enthusiasts eagerly anticipate this nostalgic journey, the IVPL is poised to deliver moments of brilliance, camaraderie, and sheer cricketing joy. With the stage set, the countdown begins for a cricketing carnival that transcends eras and brings together legends of the game in a celebration of skill??, sportsmanship, and enduring passion for cricket.

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Indian Veteran Premier League (IVPL) 2024: Complete squads

1. Rajasthan Legends Squad:

Praveen Kumar (c), Angelo Perera, Seekkuge Prasanna, P??arvinder Awana, Lakhwinder Lakha, Deepak Mohan Kukkar, Sanjay Bamel, Ishan Malhotra, Tarun Kumar, Gaurav Sachdeva, Ravi Kumar Arora, Laxman Singh, Mukesh Sharma, Naresh Gahlot, Rohit Jhalani, Dr Satish Jain, Narendra Kumar Meena, Aman Vohra

2. Telangana Tigers Squad:

Chris Gayle (c), Ricardo Powell, Dilshan Munaweera, Sudip Tyagi, Manpreet Gony, Mallikarjun Jagiti, Ravi Kumar, Umamaesh G, Kodamarty ?Kamalesh, Raghava Ammireddy, Dr Giri, Thota Chandrashekar, Kesari Srikanth, J Jagadeesh Reddy, M Rajakrishna, Abhijit Kadam, Ahmed Quadri, Sameer Shaik, Go??vinda Raju

3. VVIP Uttar Pradesh Squad:

Suresh Raina (c), Dan Christian, Chris Mpofu, Rajat Bhatia, Anureet Singh, Parvinder Singh, Bhanu Seth, Rohit Prakash Srivastava, Miratunjay, KS Rana, Joginder Singh, Vinod Wilson, Anshul Kapoor, Parveen Tahappar, Rajender Bisht, Damodar Redkar, Pradeep Kumar Pintu, Ch??andra Shekara K, Monu Kumar

4. Mumbai Champions Squad:

Virender Sehwag (c), Phil Mustard, Abhishek Jhunjhunwala, Peter Trego, Pankaj Singh, Gaurang Agarwal, Mukesh Saini, Amit Sanan, Vinay Yadav, Nirwan Atri, ?Prashant A Tagade, Vijay Singh, Iqb?al Abdulla, Vishwajitsinh Solanki, Hari Singh, Satnam Singh, Ajay Singh, Mohd Javed Mansoori, Vikram Bhaskar, Kapil Mehta

5. Red Carpet Delhi Squad:

Herschelle Gibbs (c), Asghar Afghan, Thisara Perera, Imran Tahir, Abhimanyu Mithun, Rajeev Tyagi, Jitendra Kumar, Shajil B, Kapi??l Rana, Vikram Dhanraj Batra, Baburao Yadav, Ashu Sharma, Yujvender Singh, Amit Sharma, Aashis Sharma, Manvinder Bisla, Rakesh Tandel, Vikrant Yadav, Amit Tomar

6. Chhattisgarh Warriors Squad:

Yusuf Pathan (c), Stuart Binny, Munaf Patel, Naman Ojha, Dwayne Smith, Amit Paul, Rohit Kumar Dhruw, Dhiraj G Narvekar, Ashish Sharma, Mohammed Kalim Khan, Animesh Sharma, Abhishek Tamrakar, Jatin Sahay Saxena, Sushant Shukla, Jitendra Giri, Shadab ??Jakati, Harpreet Singh, Kranti Kumar Verma, Rupesh Nayak

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As cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the inaugural season of the Indian Veteran Premier League (IVPL) 2024, the tournament promises to be a nostalgic journey featuring yesteryear cricketing legends and regional stars. Managed by the Board for Veteran Cricket in India (BVCI) and 100 Sports, IVPL 2024 comprises six teams, each boasting a mix of iconic players and regional talents. The stage is set at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cric??ket Stadium in Dehr??adun, where cricketing excellence is set to unfold from February 23 to March 3.

Date and Venue: Cricketing extravaganza unfolds

The Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium ?in Dehradun is ready to witness cricketing brilliance as IVPL 2024 kicks off on February 23 and continues till March 3. The tournament schedule promises an enthralling display of cricket, with each day bringing forth intense matchups between the six powerhouse teams. Cricket fans can mark their calendars for this extraordinary showcase that bridges the gap between the cricketing eras.

Meet the teams: Powerhouses of cricketing talent

IVPL 2024 features six formidable teams, each with its unique blend of cricketing talent and experience. These teams are set to compete fiercely, showcasing the enduring spirit of the game. Let’s delve into the teams participating in the tournament:

1. VVIP Uttar Pradesh
2. Rajasthan Legends
3. Red Carpet Delhi
4. Chhattisgarh Warriors
5. Telangana Tigers
6. Mumbai Champions

These team names evoke memories of cricketing greatness and regional pride, setting the stage ??for a cricketing extravaganza that transcends time.

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Leaders on the field: Captains stepping up

In IVPL 2024, experienced leaders take charge to guid??e their teams through the challenges of the tournament. The captains leading these iconic teams are as follows:

1. VVIP Uttar Pradesh: Suresh Raina
2. Rajasthan Legends: Praveen Kumar
3. Red Carpet Delhi: Herschelle Gibbs
4. Chhattisgarh Warriors: Munaf Patel
5. Telangana Tigers: Chris Gayle
6. Mumbai Champions: Virender Sehwag

These captains, with?? their cricketing wisdom and leadership prowess, are poised to infuse the tournament with strategic brilliance and cricketing excellence.

Live Streaming and Broadcast:

Cricket enthusiasts across India can catch the live action of IVPL 2024 on prominent broadcasting channels, including Eurosport, DD Sports, and Fancode. The extensive coverage ensures that fans don’t miss a moment of the thrilling encounters.

Spectator experience: Tickets details

For those eager to witness the cricketing legends in action at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, tickets for IVPL? 2024 matches will soon be available for purchase. The stadium, with its iconic status, is poised to provide a perfect setting for fans to soak in the excitement and nostalgia of witnessing their cricketing heroes in action.

As IVPL 2024 unfolds, cricket aficionados c?an look forward to a memorable tournament that not only showcases the enduring skills of veteran players but also reignites the passion and camaraderie that define the spirit of the sport.

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